Yeah. They should instead go Archeage's route.

Where every tier is needed to advance to the next tier.

And the stats are randomized.

And the materials needed to create a single, finished, top tier item numbered in the thousands. While still being random. But hey, at least a crafter and gatherer always has something to aim for!

Sometimes I don't think you all understand what you're asking for or what you want. It's easy to say "Give us something new."